avant
Pronunciación: [avɑ̃]
Palabra
Contexto: «time»
(adverb) before a particular time or event. It's used when talking about something that happens or is done earlier than something else.
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We arrived avant the meeting to get everything prepared.
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They didn't complete the project avant the deadline, so they were late.
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Did you finish your homework avant the class started?
Contexto: «style»
(adjective) describing something that is modern or ahead of its time, especially in art or culture. It can mean something is new and different compared to traditional styles.
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The artist's avant paintings are very exciting and unique.
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Her style is not avant; it's quite traditional and old-fashioned.
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What makes that design avant and not just regular?
Contexto: «time/position»
(preposition) it can also mean 'before' in different contexts, usually used in more formal or artistic discussions.
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She decided to leave avant the storm started.
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He won't arrive avant this event begins; he'll miss it.
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Will we be ready avant the guests arrive?
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